Samsung Galaxy Camera gets UL certification : Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC (Samsung Mobile) has been awarded platinum certification by UL Environment, a business unit of UL (Underwriters Laboratories), for its Samsung Galaxy Camera. The certification is based on UL 2810, sustainability requirements for digital cameras. The Samsung Galaxy Camera is the first digital camera to receive such a certification and is considered the highest environmental ranking based on UL Environment’s certification requirements. To achieve certification, a mobile device must earn at least 60 of the available points (score of 55%). Devices earning 80 points (score of 73%) or more are eligible to receive platinum level certification.

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“The Samsung Galaxy Camera’s UL certification is the latest proof point of Samsung’s overarching commitment to the environment through our Planet First initiative,” said Dale Sohn, president of Samsung Telecommunications America. “When you combine this device’s eco-friendly design and packaging with its professional grade imaging quality, full Android capabilities and 4G connectivity, the Samsung Galaxy Camera is a great example of true innovation.”

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"Achieving platinum certification to UL 2810 is a milestone for the Samsung Galaxy Camera, its customers, and the industry at large," said Sara Greenstein, president of UL Environment. “This Samsung Galaxy Camera certification is a platform to clearly communicate a product's environmental performance and it demonstrates a commitment to innovating healthier, more sustainable products for customers and their families."